Tamil actor and dermatologist Dr Sethuraman passed away in Chennai after suffering a cardiac arrest. He was 34.

Also known as Sethu in the Tamil film industry, Dr Sethuraman made his debut in Kanna Laddu Thinna Aasaiya alongside Santhanam and Vishaka Singh. He went on to act in films like Vaaliba Raja, 50/50 and Sakka Podu Podu Raja.

Apart from being an actor, Sethu was also a full-time dermatologist and set up his own clinic Zi Clinic in Chennai in 2016.

Dr Sethuraman was a close friend of comedian Santhanam, who paved the way for the former’s debut in Kollywood. Reacting to the news, Santhanam tweeted, “Totally shocked and depressed on the demise of my dear friend Dr.Sethu.. May his soul rest in peace.”

His Kanna Laddu Thinna Aasaiya co-star Vishaka Singh expressed her shock. “I prayed this would be a hoax. Alas, it’s true. RIP, Sethu. So many memories from #KLTA …Such sadness and shock as I write this. May God give strength to your family,” she tweeted.

I prayed this would be a hoax. Alas, it’s true. RIP, Sethu. So many memories from #KLTA …Such sadness and shock as I write this. May God give strength to your family. https://t.co/i6cGFUbJoF

What a heartbreaking news to wake up!! Have known Dr.Sethu from his college days in Coimbatore. Such an active person n cant believe he had heart attack and he is no more. What a fragile life! #RIPDrSethupic.twitter.com/ntay1gNcYo

Completely shell shocked n saddened to know #DrSethuraman is not with us anymore..a very young life gone too soon. He always had a smile which flickered in his eyes..a wonderful soul. #RIP dear..will always remember you..my thoughts with his family,his wife n his baby😭😭😭😭😭💔 pic.twitter.com/heP9ZlH1Ji

Gone very very soon my friend!!! Just 36 years old getting a cardiac arrest :(((( It’s not at all fair god!! Not at all Fair!! My deepest condolences to the family! #missUsethu#rippic.twitter.com/SuRf1RYUVh